Level 1 - Practical Animal Care

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Level 1 - Practical Animal Care

Kingston Maurward College
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Are you interested in working with animals and care about the environment?
Do you need some support to achieve your career aims?

This one year course will give you the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills by working with the wide range of animal species that we have at the college.

In addition to the animal care qualification, you will also aim to achieve a certificate in practical environmental and conservation skills. During the year you will develop the abilities, personal qualities and employability skills to help equip you for the next level course or future employment within the animal care industry.

Course Content

The qualification (Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Stud…

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Didn't find what you were looking for? See also: Animal Care, Palliative Care, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, and Veterinary Services.

Are you interested in working with animals and care about the environment?
Do you need some support to achieve your career aims?

This one year course will give you the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills by working with the wide range of animal species that we have at the college.

In addition to the animal care qualification, you will also aim to achieve a certificate in practical environmental and conservation skills. During the year you will develop the abilities, personal qualities and employability skills to help equip you for the next level course or future employment within the animal care industry.

Course Content

The qualification (Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies) covers:

  • Exercising animals
  • Handling and restraint of animals
  • Health of animals
  • Movement and accommodation of animals
  • Feeding and watering
  • Safe and effective working
  • Performance in the land-based industry

You will also work towards :

  • Certificate in practical, environmental and conservation skills
  • Entry 3 Award in work skills
  • Functional skills (Maths and English)

Three days a week at college which involves a mix of practical instruction, demonstrations and visits.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays (group A) and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (group B). NB. Groups are decided by the course manager

Entry Requirements

Entry level qualification, and/or enthusiasm to work with animals. GCSE grades F to G or Entry 3 functional skills

Progression/Employment

Level 2 Extended Certificate or Diploma in Animal Management.

Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Employment as an animal care assistant, kennel or cattery worker or pet shop assistant..

Start Date

September 2013

Cost

Full Time Further EducationYour learning is FREE if you are a UK or EU student, aged under 19 years on 31st August in the academic year you start your course.

Aged over 19? Please contact us for details.

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